The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 saw yet another nail-biting contest as Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) edged out Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by five wickets with eight balls to spare at the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai. Spearheaded by Harshal Patel’s outstanding four-wicket haul, SRH chased down CSK’s modest target of 155, climbing up the points table with a crucial win.
Harshal Patel Wrecks CSK’s Top Order
After winning the toss and opting to bowl first, Sunrisers Hyderabad’s decision was vindicated almost instantly. Harshal Patel, the seasoned campaigner, delivered a masterclass in death bowling, picking 4 wickets for just 28 runs in his quota of four overs. His scalps included crucial middle-order batters and derailed CSK’s hopes of finishing big in the death overs.
Pat Cummins provided solid support upfront with a tidy spell of 2/21 in 4 overs, while Jaydev Unadkat chipped in with 2 wickets in 2.5 overs. Despite a spirited effort from Dewald Brevis, who smashed 42 off 25 deliveries, and Ayush Mhatre’s handy 30 off 19, CSK could only muster 154 runs before getting bowled out in the penultimate over.
SRH’s Clinical Chase Anchored by Ishan, Kamindu
In reply, SRH began their innings with calculated aggression. Ishan Kishan provided a solid start with a fluent 44 off 34 balls, setting the platform. Despite losing a few wickets in the middle, the chase was anchored superbly by Kamindu Mendis (32* off 22) and Nitish Kumar Reddy (19* off 13), who displayed maturity under pressure and ensured no further hiccups.
Chennai’s bowling attack lacked the bite needed to defend the below-par total. Noor Ahmad ended with figures of 2/42 but struggled with control. Anshul Kamboj and Khaleel Ahmed picked up a wicket each but couldn’t break the partnership between Mendis and Reddy, which ultimately took the game away.
Player of the Match: Harshal Patel
There was no debate over the Player of the Match award, as Harshal Patel’s disciplined and intelligent bowling performance proved decisive. His variations and pinpoint accuracy at the death halted CSK’s momentum and gave SRH a chaseable target.
What This Win Means for SRH
With this victory, Sunrisers Hyderabad continue to stay alive in the playoff race, showcasing their all-round strength. The bowlers did their job efficiently, and the batting unit responded with a calm and composed chase.
CSK’s Woes Continue
On the other hand, Chennai Super Kings will be disappointed, especially with their inability to capitalize on a good start. Questions remain around their middle-order consistency and death over strategies, both with the bat and ball.
Match Highlights:
- CSK: 154 all out in 19.5 overs
- Dewald Brevis – 42 (25)
- Ayush Mhatre – 30 (19)
- Harshal Patel – 4/28 (4), Pat Cummins – 2/21 (4)
- SRH: 155/5 in 18.4 overs
- Ishan Kishan – 44 (34)
- Kamindu Mendis – 32* (22)
- Nitish Kumar Reddy – 19* (13)
Result: SRH won by 5 wickets (8 balls remaining)
Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
Toss: SRH won and elected to bowl first
Looking Ahead
As IPL 2025 intensifies, SRH will look to carry this momentum forward while CSK will need a quick turnaround to remain in playoff contention. With just over 30 matches left in the league stage, every game now holds massive significance.
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